Constipation is often ignored as a minor discomfort. However, when it becomes chronic, lasting more than three months, it can ...

Constipation is a digestive symptom that makes passing your stool difficult or painful. It involves straining during bowel movements, having hard or dry stools, and feeling like you haven't completely ...

A new clinical practice update outlines a stepwise approach to diagnosing and managing refractory constipation before ...

Constipation and the many remedies to offset it are common themes in my nutrition practice as a registered dietitian. Most of us will experience some degree of constipation at some point in our lives, ...

Constipation may cause frequent urination due to the anatomical proximity of the colon and the bladder. Hard stools in the colon can put pressure on the bladder, reducing its capacity, and making it ...

And one fruit in particular has been proven to be most effective. Researchers at King’s College London (KCL) investigated which foods, drinks, or supplements are the most effective at relieving ...

Mounjaro (tirzepatide) is a prescription drug for adults with type 2 diabetes. One of the more common side effects of Mounjaro is constipation. In clinical studies, constipation was reported in 6% to ...

Constipation in children is increasing. To prevent long-term gut issues, parents need to act early and identify constipation symptoms.

Everyone dreads the explosive horrors of diarrhea, but the reverse—trouble pooping—can be just as unpleasant. “Constipation is often the butt of jokes, but for those who live with it, it’s far from ...

Constipation and other gastrointestinal (GI) issues are common among autistic people. However, medical treatments and a high fiber diet can help people manage constipation. Autism spectrum disorder ...